Olamide Unveils “Olamidé” at Star-Studded Breakfast & Coffee Listening Event in Lagos
Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweight Olamide made waves once again as he officially launched his highly anticipated self-titled album, “Olamidé”, during an exclusive breakfast and coffee listening event held in Lagos. The gathering attracted a constellation of industry stars, media personalities, and music enthusiasts eager to experience the next evolution of Olamide’s legendary sound.
The Creative Ambiance: A Morning to Remember
The intimate listening session took place on June 19th-a refreshing twist from standard late-night parties-crafting a welcoming atmosphere that blended music appreciation with gourmet coffee culture. Invited guests mingled over fine brews while taking in the first official playthrough of “Olamidé”, amplified by conversations about creativity over croissants.
Date: June 19, 2025
Venue: Boutique café (Lagos Island)
Audience: Celebrities including Afrobeat stars, producers, top DJs, journalists & influencers
Coffee Menu Highlights: Single-origin espressos paired with Nigerian pastries
The unveiling wasn’t just about good food or rich java-it was about marking a pivotal moment for Nigerian urban music. As servers passed around steaming cups and plates of local delicacies, Olamide shared personal insights about his journey crafting this eleventh studio project-describing how “I name things how I feel them… I wanted to create more mellow sounds for listeners who prefer laid-back tracks over heavy drums.”[3]
“On almost every song I sat down with my producers… we worked hand-in-hand to match every beat with emotion.” – Olamide[3]
About ‘Olamidé’: Tracklist and Major Collaborations
This landmark album functions as both an introspective diary and showcase for cross-cultural synergy-from streetwise energy to deeply reflective storytelling.
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Track Title / Feature(s)
Production Vibe / Notable Element
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Preamble (with Fxrtune)
Mellow intro sets reflective tone
4.
Kai (feat. Wizkid)
Bouncy hooks,
immediate fan favorite
Smooth confidence,lyrical bravado< background, Notable Features : Wizkid , Seyi Vibez , Dr.Dre , Popcaan , AsakeEach brings unique flair blending global vibe w/ local roots
Lauryn Hill Sample (“Can’t Take My Eyes Off Of You”)
Main Collaborative Artists
Seyi Vibez – heartfelt vocals blend seamlessly on multiple tracks
Young Jonn, Asake, Dr Dre – bring international resonance
Boj featured on “Stronger”: anthem celebrating empowered women[3].
The Artistic Vision Behind “Olamidé” Album Launch Event
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“I’ve always tried mix legacy with new inspiration-this time it’s more inward but never forgetting streets + fans who made me.” – Olamide
– Cementing reputation as genre-blending innovator: Vocal modulations across Afropop, Fùjí, R&B + Rap tradition;
– Songs reveal calm chaos + quiet confidence;
balancing chart-ready town pop appeal w seasoned wisdom;
Benefits For Fans :
– Rare access
– Intimate Q&A
– Personalized signed copies
Why This Listening Event Stood Out:
Coffee Culture Meets Afrobeats : Setting blurred lines between daytime social mixer + sonic deep-dive.
Allowing network connections amongst emerging artists/media/producers/fans.Instant reactions/trend analysis from early listens given direct social media feedback loop;Industry networking boosts career opportunities-morning format favoured deeper convos away from club scene.